Perceptions and experiences of adult caregivers receiving mindfulness-based behavioural education: A qualitative study.
Pantip Sangprasert, Pasitta Ondee, Srimuang Palungrit
Malaysian family physician : the official journal of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia 2024 DOI: 10.51866/oa.573 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Qualitative study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 19 |
| Population | Adult caregivers living in the Bangkok Metropolitan Area |
| Intervention | Mindfulness-based behavioural education |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Keywords | Adult caregivers Behavioural change Communication Mindfulness-based education Self-efficacy |
| Citations | 1 |
| Key findings | Adult caregivers receiving mindfulness-based behavioral education perceived improvements in mental stability and habitual behavior, including increased calmness, relaxation, clear communication, empathy, and reduced risky behavior, excessive consumption, travel, and pain. |
Abstract
Adult caregivers (ACGs) are largely responsible for caring for their family members, which can increase their stress levels. This increased stress makes them more susceptible to chronic illnesses. The adoption of health-promoting behaviours, particularly through mindfulness-based behavioural education (MBBE), can significantly impact the daily habits of ACGs. However, there is limited research on this topic in the context of Thailand. Thus, this study aimed to explore the perceptions and experiences of ACGs receiving MBBE, focusing on physical, mental, social and other influential factors. A qualitative study was conducted among 19 ACGs living in the Bangkok Metropolitan Area. Focus group discussions (FGDs) and observations were conducted. The FGDs were digitally recorded, and their contents were analysed. The ACGs were found to perceive and experience improvements in their mental stability and habitual behaviour. These improvements manifested as increased calmness, relaxation, clear communication, empathy, reduced risky behaviour, decreased desire for excessive consumption and travel and reduced pain. Furthermore, mindful behaviour was influenced by both internal and external personal factors as well as the specific situational environment. MBBE could lead to an increase in promotional behaviour, especially when combined with awareness, self-recollection and a self-efficacy approach. This finding encourages health personnel to consider incorporating regular skill practice as a complement to health education.
Comparable studies
Other qualitative studies on meditation, most cited first.
Citations in the library
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